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How to Survive a Physical Attack: Tips from a Top UFC Trainer for Escaping and Attacking

What would you do if you had a 250-lb. football player on top of you?

Most women would be raped, and most men would be beaten unconscious.

In both cases, you end up on the ground and must first try and establish what’s called the “guard” position — your legs locked around your attacker’s mid-section, which allows you to better control distance. Most self-defense courses will only train you enrage your attacker, ensuring a worse ending.

Here are two ring-tested approaches that just plain work for saving your ass:

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Want to see some of these moves in real life? Check out UFC 75 tonight for free at 9pm ET/PT on Spike TV. Not for the faint of heart but a good tutorial in what actually works. Be safe!

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